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Call for Proposals: Capacity Building in the Countries of the Western Balkans and the Republic of Moldova (BACID II)

Deadline: 15 October 2018 With funding provided by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), the Austrian Association of Cities and Towns (AACT) and KDZ - Centre for Public Administration Research is seeking applications to implement the BACID programme - "Capacity building in the countries of the … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Capacity Building in the Countries of the Western Balkans and the Republic of Moldova (BACID II)

Embassy of the Czech Republic in Mexico: Small-scale Development Projects 2019

Deadline: 12 October 2018 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Mexico is currently inviting applicants for its Small-scale Development Projects 2019. The focus of the projects has to comply with the Overseas Development Cooperation Strategy of the Czech Republic for the years 2018 - 2030. The … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Czech Republic in Mexico: Small-scale Development Projects 2019

British Academy: Global Challenges Research Fund Challenge-led Grants

Deadline: 11 September 2018 British Academy is seeking applications for its Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) Challenge-led Grants. This scheme, led by the Royal Society on behalf of the National Academies, provides funding to support research consortia involving groups in the UK and … [Read more...] about British Academy: Global Challenges Research Fund Challenge-led Grants

IDRC Call for Concept Notes: Boosting Decent Employment for Africa’s Youth

Deadline: 8 October 2018 The International Development Research Centre (IDRC), INCLUDE, and the International Labour Organization (ILO) have launched a call for concept notes for action-oriented research aimed at informing the design of effective and innovative interventions that boost decent … [Read more...] about IDRC Call for Concept Notes: Boosting Decent Employment for Africa’s Youth

Australian Embassy in Belgrade: Seeking Proposals for Direct Aid Program

Deadline: 30 September 2018 The Australian Embassy in Belgrade is seeking proposals from all three countries of accreditation (Serbia, the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia and Montenegro) for its Direct Aid Program (DAP). The DAP is a flexible small grants program funded from Australia’s aid … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy in Belgrade: Seeking Proposals for Direct Aid Program

USAID/Philippines: Regulatory Reform Support Program for National Development (RESPOND)

Deadline: 15 October 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking applications from eligible Philippine Organizations to implement the program entitled “Regulatory Reform Support Program for National Development (RESPOND)." The program supports government reform … [Read more...] about USAID/Philippines: Regulatory Reform Support Program for National Development (RESPOND)

Embassy of the Czech Republic in Beirut: Call for Proposals for Small Scale Local Projects 2019

Deadline: 1 October 2018 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Beirut has launched its annual call for proposals for the Small Scale Local Projects (SSLP) for the year 2019. Small Scale Local Projects are instruments of bilateral development cooperation of the Czech Republic under the auspices of … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Czech Republic in Beirut: Call for Proposals for Small Scale Local Projects 2019

Call for Letter of Inquiries: Behavioral Economics Grant Program

Deadline: 30 November 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its program entitled “Behavioral Economics” that support innovative research that uses behavioral insights from psychology, economics, sociology, political science and other social sciences to examine and … [Read more...] about Call for Letter of Inquiries: Behavioral Economics Grant Program

Russell Sage Foundation: Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration Program

Deadline: 30 November 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration program. This program seeks investigator-initiated research proposals on the social, economic, and political effects of the changing racial and ethnic composition of the … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation: Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration Program

Russell Sage Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Future of Work Program

Deadline: 30 November 2018 The Russell Sage Foundation is seeking letter of inquiries for its Future of Work Program that support innovative research on the causes and consequences of changes in the quality of jobs for less- and moderately-skilled workers and their families. The Program seeks … [Read more...] about Russell Sage Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Future of Work Program

Nominations Open for Lemelson-MIT Prize!

Deadline: 30 November 2018 Nominations are open for “Lemelson-MIT Prize” to recognize individuals who translate their ideas into inventions that improve the world in which they live. The LemelsonMIT Prize for invention is awarded to outstanding mid-career inventors who have developed a patented … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Lemelson-MIT Prize!

DFID: Inviting Applicants for International Growth Centre Program – Phase 3

Deadline: 31 October 2018 The UK’s Department for International Development is seeking applications for its program entitled “International Growth Centre - Phase 3”. The third phase of the IGC will focus on delivering research and policy products to developing countries with the aim of driving the … [Read more...] about DFID: Inviting Applicants for International Growth Centre Program – Phase 3

Embassy of the Czech Republic in Nairobi: Small Scale Development Projects

Deadline: 1 October 2018 The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Nairobi implements in East Africa within the Czech Development Cooperation 1-2 Small Scale Local Development Projects. Small Scale Development Grants financed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic. The main objective … [Read more...] about Embassy of the Czech Republic in Nairobi: Small Scale Development Projects

USDA: Rural Development Cooperative Agreement Program

Deadline: 5 September 2018 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for its Rural Development Cooperative Agreement Program to support regional economic development planning efforts in rural communities under the Rural Economic Development Innovation (REDI) … [Read more...] about USDA: Rural Development Cooperative Agreement Program

Applications Open for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Reporting on Illicit Finance in Africa!

Deadline: 9 September 2018 Thomson Reuters Foundation, in partnership with the Institute for the Advancement of Journalism, is currently inviting journalists based anywhere in Africa who are motivated to understand how their country could be losing money via illicit means. This is an opportunity … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Thomson Reuters Foundation’s Reporting on Illicit Finance in Africa!

Call for Applications: Money Trail Grants Program

Deadline: 30 September 2018 In Money Trail, Journalismfund.eu is offering working grants for mixed teams of African, Asian and European journalists to investigate cross-border illicit financial flows, tax abuse and corruption in Africa, Asia and Europe. Grants are awarded to journalists solely by … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Money Trail Grants Program

World Bank Youth Summit 2018: Unleashing the Power of Human Capital

Deadline: 5 October 2018 Do you have an idea that has the capacity to improve human capital and thereby positively impact your community, your country, and/or society at large? If yes, then the Youth Summit 2018 Competition gives you the opportunity to share your idea, connect with peers and … [Read more...] about World Bank Youth Summit 2018: Unleashing the Power of Human Capital

Applications Open for Woodroffe Benton Foundation Grants Program!

Deadline: 5 September 2018 The Woodroffe Benton Foundation is accepting applications from the registered UK charities for its Small Grants programme. Focus Areas The Foundation provides grants to officially recognised charitable organisations within the United Kingdom only in respect of: … [Read more...] about Applications Open for Woodroffe Benton Foundation Grants Program!

TIMEP: Accepting Applications for Nonresident Fellowship Program

Deadline: 7 September 2018 The Tahrir Institute for Middle East Policy (TIMEP) is currently accepting applications for its Nonresident Fellowship Program. TIMEP nonresident fellows contribute to TIMEP’s mission to inform international policymakers and influence global policy discussions on … [Read more...] about TIMEP: Accepting Applications for Nonresident Fellowship Program

Australian High Commission in Fiji: Seeking Applications for 2018-19 Direct Aid Program

Deadline: 30 September 2018 Australian High Commission in Fiji is currently inviting applicants for the 1st round of its 2018-19 Direct Aid Program (DAP) which is a flexible small grants program funded by the Australian Government and managed through the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade … [Read more...] about Australian High Commission in Fiji: Seeking Applications for 2018-19 Direct Aid Program

Full Basket Belize: Seeking Applications for 2019 Community Grants Program

Deadline: 5 October 2018 Full Basket Belize (FBB) is seeking applications for its 2019 Community Grants program to invest the donations from their contributors in communities all across Belize to support improvements in education, health, the environment, youth leadership development, and … [Read more...] about Full Basket Belize: Seeking Applications for 2019 Community Grants Program

U.S. Mission to Russia: U.S.-Russia Peer-to-Peer Dialogue Program

Deadline: 6 September 2018 The U.S. Embassy Moscow / Public Affairs Section (PAS Moscow) of the U.S. Department of State has announced an open competition for organizations to submit applications to implement and manage the U.S. Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Dialogue Program. Objectives Since 2012, the … [Read more...] about U.S. Mission to Russia: U.S.-Russia Peer-to-Peer Dialogue Program

ASPIRES Developing the Evidence Base: Supporting Economic Strengthening Interventions for Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Zimbabwe

Deadline: 29 August 2018 The Accelerating Strategies for Practical Innovation and Research in Economic Strengthening project (ASPIRES), a USAID and PEPFAR-funded cooperative agreement implemented by FHI 360 is seeking applications to support evidence-based, gender-sensitive programming to improve … [Read more...] about ASPIRES Developing the Evidence Base: Supporting Economic Strengthening Interventions for Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Zimbabwe

Australian Embassy’s Direct Aid Program (DAP): Inviting Applicants from Turkey, Azerbaijan & Georgia

Deadline: 31 August 2018 The Australian Embassy is currently seeking applications for its Direct Aid Program (DAP) which is a flexible small grants scheme available to individuals, community groups and local and international NGOs, government entities, academic institutions, or other non-profit … [Read more...] about Australian Embassy’s Direct Aid Program (DAP): Inviting Applicants from Turkey, Azerbaijan & Georgia

European Commission: Cross-Border Cooperation Program Kosovo- former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia under IPA II 2014 and 2015 Allocations

Deadline: 1 November 2018 European Commission is seeking applications for its programme entitled "Cross-Border Cooperation Program Kosovo- former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia under IPA II 2014 and 2015 allocations" to foster co-operation among institutions and organization in the cross-border … [Read more...] about European Commission: Cross-Border Cooperation Program Kosovo- former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia under IPA II 2014 and 2015 Allocations

British Embassy Panama City: Seeking Applications for Panama Programme Fund

Deadline: 19 August 2018 The British Embassy Panama City is seeking applications for its Panama Programme Fund to create the right conditions for growth in Panama, seeking to deliver real, measurable outcomes in support of development in the country. Funding Information Typical projects … [Read more...] about British Embassy Panama City: Seeking Applications for Panama Programme Fund

Friends Provident Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Building Resilient Economies Programme

Deadline: 5 November 2018 The Friends Provident Foundation is inviting applicants for “Building Resilient Economies Programme” to contribute to a more resilient, sustainable and fairer economic system. The recent economic and social uncertainty in the UK and beyond has demonstrated that financial … [Read more...] about Friends Provident Foundation: Inviting Applicants for Building Resilient Economies Programme

NEA/AC: Lebanon Experiential Partnership- Increasing Economic and Local Governance Opportunities

Deadline: 31 August 2018 The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) is seeking projects that involve private sector stakeholders or community members of Lebanese descent in developing, implementing, or expanding e-government solutions to streamline, reform or … [Read more...] about NEA/AC: Lebanon Experiential Partnership- Increasing Economic and Local Governance Opportunities

Applications Open for International Grants Program!

Deadline: 6 October 2018 The Light A Single Candle Foundation (LASC) is seeking applications for its International Grants Program. The Foundation is currently partnering with Food for the Poor on a number of projects designed to provide food support and economic development to a number of Central … [Read more...] about Applications Open for International Grants Program!

Afghanistan Government and World Bank collaborate for the Development of Afghans

Afghanistan government and the World Bank have signed a new package of grant agreements worth $350 million to support reforms in the business environment, the energy sector, and land administration to promote economic growth and employment and reduce poverty for all Afghans. $300 million for the … [Read more...] about Afghanistan Government and World Bank collaborate for the Development of Afghans

Canada announces New Funding focusing on Humanitarian Needs and Economic Growth

The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development has announced $50 million in new support for Palestinians, focusing on urgent humanitarian needs and on economic growth that works for everyone. Canada’s assistance will respond to the humanitarian needs of the most … [Read more...] about Canada announces New Funding focusing on Humanitarian Needs and Economic Growth

U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia: Alumni Small Grants Competition

Deadline: 25 August 2018 The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia has announced an open competition for Alumni Small Grant Projects through the Public Diplomacy Grants program. The purpose of funding for these projects is to provide Ethiopian alumni of U.S. government … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia: Alumni Small Grants Competition

Tilitonse Foundation: Open Call Window for Funding from Non State Actors

Deadline: 17 August 2018 Tilitonse Foundation has announced a call for Concept Notes under the Open Call Window for Funding from Non State Actors (local NGOs, international NGOs, Networks and Coalitions, umbrella organizations, Community Based Organizations, the media and private sector … [Read more...] about Tilitonse Foundation: Open Call Window for Funding from Non State Actors

2nd Call for Proposals: NRP 76 “Welfare and Coercion – Past, Present and Future”

Deadline: 22 August 2018 The Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) is seeking proposals for NRP 76 "Welfare and Coercion – Past, Present and Future” in order to investigate compulsory social measures and placements including those imposed privately in a broader context. Goals Analysing … [Read more...] about 2nd Call for Proposals: NRP 76 “Welfare and Coercion – Past, Present and Future”

USAID-Armenia: Rural Economic Development – New Economic Opportunities Program

Deadline: 1 October 2018 The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Armenia is seeking applications for a co-operative agreement from qualified entities to implement "Armenia Rural Economic Development – New Economic Opportunities (RED-NEO)" program. The overall goal of this … [Read more...] about USAID-Armenia: Rural Economic Development – New Economic Opportunities Program

World Bank grants US$90 Million to accelerate Palestinian Economic Opportunities and Livelihoods

The World Bank has allocated US$90 million to accelerate much-needed economic welfare for the Palestinian people. The funds, in the form of grants, will be transferred from the Bank’s own income to the dedicated Trust Fund for Gaza and West Bank. World Bank interventions in Gaza will provide … [Read more...] about World Bank grants US$90 Million to accelerate Palestinian Economic Opportunities and Livelihoods

U. S. Embassy: “Small & Mighty” Grant Competition in Cooperation with Sarvodaya

Deadline: 31 March 2019 The U. S. Embassy has launched the “Small & Mighty” Grant Competition which is administered in cooperation with Sarvodaya. The U. S. Embassy Colombo Small and Mighty Grants Program invites proposals from all sectors, committed and organized Civil Society Organizations, … [Read more...] about U. S. Embassy: “Small & Mighty” Grant Competition in Cooperation with Sarvodaya

Nominations Open for Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize!

Deadline: 3 August 2018 Nominations are open for The Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize at the University of Pennsylvania that is an annual global prize given to one organization that celebrates leadership and innovation in the social sector with an emphasis on impact and transferability of … [Read more...] about Nominations Open for Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize!

Global Affairs Canada’s Growth that Works for Everyone: Inclusive and Shared Prosperity in Ukraine

Deadline: 24 October 2018 Global Affairs Canada has launched a call for preliminary proposals entitled “Growth that Works for Everyone: Inclusive and Shared Prosperity in Ukraine”. Objectives Under this call, project proposal must contribute to the achievement of this ultimate outcome: … [Read more...] about Global Affairs Canada’s Growth that Works for Everyone: Inclusive and Shared Prosperity in Ukraine

Apply for NERC Innovation Projects 2018!

Deadline: 26 September 2018 The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) is seeking proposals for its Innovation Projects Open Call. The Innovation Projects open call reflects NERC's vision and emphasis on delivering impact. This call picks up where research grants leave off, supporting … [Read more...] about Apply for NERC Innovation Projects 2018!

Applications Open for GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund!

Deadline: 10 August 2018 Applications open for the GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund that aims to promote innovation in the use of mobile technology to address humanitarian challenges. The Fund is supported by the UK Department for International Development (DFID), the GSMA, and its … [Read more...] about Applications Open for GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund!

U.S. Embassy in Mali: Ambassador’s Special Self-Help (SSH) Program

Deadline: 28 August 2018 The U.S. Embassy has announced an open competition for local organizations to submit applications to carry out projects addressing Mali’s economic growth that prioritize environmental protection, education, market gardening and youth entrepreneurship. The Ambassador’s … [Read more...] about U.S. Embassy in Mali: Ambassador’s Special Self-Help (SSH) Program

LC4LS Project launched to strengthen NGOs in Ten Eastern and Southern Caribbean Countries

Local Capacity for Local Solutions (LC4LS) Project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) was launched in Guyana’s capital city of Georgetown to strengthen the managerial, organizational, and administrative capacities of NGOs working in the areas of youth and … [Read more...] about LC4LS Project launched to strengthen NGOs in Ten Eastern and Southern Caribbean Countries

Embassy of Australia in Lime: Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2018-2019

Deadline: 22 July 2018 The Embassy of Australia has announced the opening of the Call for Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2018-2019 which is a program of competitive funds for development projects implemented in Peru and Bolivia by civil society organizations, multilateral organizations and government … [Read more...] about Embassy of Australia in Lime: Direct Aid Program (DAP) 2018-2019

USAID/Tanzania: Seeking Applications for Tanzania Improved Nutrition for Better Life

Deadline: 19 July 2018 The United States Agency for International Development in Tanzania (USAID/Tanzania) is seeking applications for its grant programme entitled, "Tanzania Improved Nutrition for Better Life" to intensify and integrate nutrition support to targeted regions to improve the … [Read more...] about USAID/Tanzania: Seeking Applications for Tanzania Improved Nutrition for Better Life

People’s United Community Foundation Grants: Inviting Organizations based in the US

Deadline: 31 July 2018 The People’s United Community Foundation is seeking proposals from organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents, promote the economic development and well-being of neighborhoods and support the educational and developmental needs of children and youth, with … [Read more...] about People’s United Community Foundation Grants: Inviting Organizations based in the US

Apply for OFID Development Leaders Scholarship!

Deadline: 13 July 2018 Applications are open for OFID Development Leaders Scholarship which will sponsor 20 young leaders who are active in international development to participate in the One Young World Summit 2018 which takes place in The Hague, Netherlands from 17 - 20 October. The OPEC Fund … [Read more...] about Apply for OFID Development Leaders Scholarship!

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